HSE Specialist 80 - 100 % (f/m/d)

Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Job type: Full-Time
Job Reference Code: R0097749

Make a real impact where safety meets innovation. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Health & Safety Expert to strengthen our commitment to a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment. In this key role, you will lead initiatives that protect our people, ensure compliance, and foster a proactive safety culture across our operations.

How you-ll make an impact

• Inspire and lead a culture of safety excellence through continuous improvement and employee engagement
• Coordinate and conduct hazard identification and risk evaluations with cross-functional teams
• Perform internal audits and safety inspections to uphold legal and company standards
• Investigate workplace incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive measures
• Represent the company in all interactions with external HSE authorities, partners, and stakeholders
• Develop and deliver impactful training programs on occupational safety, health, and environmental topics
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and project teams, offering practical guidance on HSE best practices
• Support initiatives related to environmental protection and sustainable workplace practices

Your background

• Completed vocational training (EFZ) with further education in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Several years of experience in occupational safety, ideally as a certified safety officer or with ASGS specialization within a technical or industrial setting
• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks related to occupational safety, health protection, and environmental standards
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 is a plus
• Fluent in German (spoken and written), with excellent interpersonal and advisory abilities, capable of effectively supporting diverse teams
• Strong planning and coordination skills with a self-driven work style

More about us

• Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Interested in joining our team?

If so, we look forward to receiving your full application (motivation letter, CV, references) only via our online careers tool: www.hitachienergy.com/career

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world-s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.